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1 NOT GOING TO UNIVERSITY Resources for students going into FE, Employment and Apprenticeships careers Occupations The new edition of this comprehensive careers encyclopaedia has been updated and, following customer feedback, we have condensed it into a more manageable size. It still contains 750 job profiles arranged into job families and a full alphabetical index. Each job profile includes; basic information, work activities, personal qualities and skills required, pay and opportunities, entry routes, training and qualifications and adult opportunities. Each section includes a list of organisations providing further information about the occupational area Jun Go Wild with LMI Promoting the key messages about Labour Market Information is something that is not always easy to do. Full of facts and figures about the changing nature of the workforce and the people in it and the rise and fall of job sectors and the types of work available, LMI can seem impenetrable to most people. This applies not only to professional staff trying to make sense of it for their clients but also to young people and adults trying to make career decisions about where to focus their job hunting efforts. All the activities have been designed to be user-friendly, avoiding excessive use of jargon and statistics. With activities to support the Gatsby benchmarks and the CDI Framework, Go Wild with LMI is an invaluable resource for: Careers Services involved in training staff in key aspects of LMI; schools and colleges for use within careers education programmes and other professional staff involved in promoting LMI to young people June Careers and Jobs in Posters: Set of 10 Employability Skills Posters: Set of 2 Careers and Jobs in Posters - Includes: Business and Finance Construction Engineering Hair and Beauty Catering and Hospitality Information Technology Public Services Creative and Media Environment, Animals and Plants Health and Social Care Sep VAT Posters also available individually for only VAT Each This set of 2 posters asks students to assess their readiness for employment: How much do I know about myself? (Self-awareness skills) Do I have the drive to succeed? (Careers exploration and career planning skills) Apr VAT

2 Essential Schools Resource Pack This great pack of essential careers resources. Career Guidance Charts Occupations HEAP 2017: University Degree Course Offers Which A Levels The Apprenticeship Guide 2017 Jobsearch: Helping You Get the Job or Apprenticeship You Want The A-Z of Careers and Jobs Personal Development Guide The charts cover every major curriculum subject and many vocational industries. Each chart aims to enthuse and inspire learners to consider the variety of opportunities within a sector. Flip to careers in Film and TV and explore with a student the variety of roles within production, performance or responsibilities on set. Use each chart to steer and guide students to a broader understanding of the sector they want to explore, help them gain context or consider other careers they not have been aware of. Use the charts in vocational lessons, career drop-ins, options evenings or in school liaison work. The CGC publication is an excellent resource for careers libraries, careers advisors and curriculum staff. XPACK49 ONLY (RRP ) Starter Schools Resource Pack A great first, basic pack of resources. Occupations Jobsearch: Helping You Get the Job or Apprenticeship You Want What Next After School? Dotting the I in IAG XPACK44 ONLY (RRP 99.92) * PACKS SUBJECT TO CHANGE IF THERE ARE NEW EDITIONS DURING THE COURSE OF THE SCHOOL YEAR THEN THESE WILL BE SENT INSTEAD OF THOSE SHOWN The Careers Directory This is an indispensable career companion for anyone of A-level standard (or equivalent) - whether currently studying and thinking about which career area to go into, or at work and looking for a change. It encourages readers to take hold of their own career destiny by uncovering the truth about what it takes to get into some 425 professional careers. The workbrief system allows quick comparisons of different careers and acts as a useful tool for analysing specific jobs Sep Volume 1-2nd Edition Dec Volume Mar Ebook Online Mar VAT Progress into Work Poster: Jobs for those with few or no qualifications This poster explores a range of jobs where entry without any formal qualifications is a real possibility. Designed for students and those working at level 1 on the NQF, the poster suggests a range of sectors and occupations for students to consider and explore. Inspire your learners with over 35 genuine career opportunities. Features : Contemporary Graphics, 35 different career and 7 subject categories, A Feb VAT Career Horizons 3 (16-19 Year Olds Fifteen lesson plans to support careers education with learners aged 16 to 19. The materials help learners to: review their development, expectations, goals and plans; understand concepts such as selfimprovement, self-determination, resilience, career management, career capital and career risks and rewards; identify, research and evaluate opportunities; make decisions, plans and applications and prepare for related selection procedures and prepare for change Oct Tel: resources@prospects.co.uk

3 Career Ideas: PDF Career Ideas - this popular set consists of 31 full colour, single sided sheets covering a range of subjects and the job areas they may lead to. They can be used as posters or leaflets and are particularly useful at Year 8/9 option choice time. The subjects covered are animal care, art and design, business, catering, childcare, construction, creative and media, dance, engineering, English, geography, hairdressing and beauty therapy, health and social care, history, ICT, leisure and tourism, maths, media studies, modern languages, music, PE, performing arts, photography, RE, retail and distribution, and science. New for 2016, food technology, graphic products, motor vehicle, product design and resistant materials, textiles technology VAT Essential Guide to Job Hunting (Pack of 5 booklets) The Essential Guide to Job Hunting is full of expert advice and support for young people looking for work and applying for jobs and apprenticeships. It also supports students seeking part-time jobs, volunteering opportunities and work experience. High quality booklets sold in packs of Aug How2Become Insider s Guides Career Posters (Set of 5) Set of all 5 of the posters in this series: Career and Learning Routes, Career Goals, Career Interests, Career Skills and Work Environment VAT Careers 2017 From jobs in IT and the NHS to apprenticeships and government jobs, give students a head start with this impressive guide to career choices. With indepth job profiles that highlight essential requirements and conditions of the role, students are given a comprehensible overview so they can find a job that is a good fit for them. Each job profile, arranged alphabetically by job sector, contains: qualifications and courses required, personal skills and attributes needed, salaries, working conditions and future prospects and pros and cons of each job Sep Posters also available individually for only VAT Each This series of comprehensive Insider Guides provide an in-depth knowledge on a wide range of careers. They include advice on passing the specific selection processes, the application forms and sample responses for interviews. Beauty Therapist May Fire Fighter Jan Game Designer Jan Paramedic Jan Police Community May Support Officer (PCSO) Police Officer Jan Social Worker May Train Driver Apr Entrepreneur MI5 Intelligence Nov Sep Officer Cabin Crew Jan How to Join the Jan British Army How to Join The Jan Royal Air Force How to Join the Jan Royal Navy Emergency Dec Response Driver See our website for more Not going to university Resources

4 Guide to Not Going to University University is not the only path to success. From apprenticeships to foundation degrees, diplomas, NVQs, gap years, volunteering, distance learning and entry-level jobs, there are literally thousands of other opportunities out there. The question is, what s right for you? Whether you already know what you want to do, and are looking for reassurance that it s the right decision, or you are just starting to consider your options, this book offers advice, inspiration and tools to help you make your choice Aug #Jobsearch: Helping you to Get the Job or Apprenticeship You Want Subject Posters: Set of 10 This great value set of 10 posters links career areas with school subjects to help students understand their relevance and the opportunities that studying these subjects offers them. Each poster lists 20 different careers areas and there are posters for each of the following subjects: Art and Design, Drama, Dance or Music, Design and Technology, English, Geography, History, Maths, Modern Languages, Physical Education and Science VAT An indispensable guide to finding the job or Apprenticeship you want. With top tips from real employers and professional careers staff about: where to look for work, how to apply, CV and letter writing, and interview tips. New for this edition is an expanded section on effective use of social network sites for your job search, a guide to those skills that all employers are looking for in their workers, and some tips on the specialist skills needed to find work in a city financial district Sep Posters also available individually for only VAT Each Steps For Post /17 Written to meet the needs of the Raising the Participation Age agenda and matching the extension of the duty to provide access to independent and impartial careers guidance to all learners in years 12 and 13. Tasks require students to consider how they present themselves to the outside world, including the consequences of inappropriate use of online networking, as well as the benefits. Students are able to critically assess the range of post-18 options on offer, including Apprenticeships, higher education, distance learning, study abroad and volunteering. There is advice about applications and interview skills. Students can map out future plans and to make constructive use of careers advice and guidance. Tutor Notes are available as a separate PDF. The booklets are protected by copyright. Pack of Sep PDF Sep VAT TARGETcareers: Construction, Engineering & Property Provides essential advice and information to year olds who are considering a career in construction, engineering or property. Now in its second year, the publication helps students decide on the best route for them: university, apprenticeship or training programme. There are flowcharts to outline the routes; extensive investigations into the pros and cons of each option; profiles of students, apprenticeships and trainees; and a handy quiz to get them thinking. We also clearly explain each industry and outline the main job roles. We give pointers on choosing the right job role and include an action list to help them confirm their choice. On top of that, we give would-be apprentices and trainees CV, application and interview tips. The publication is supported by the website targetcareers.co.uk Mar The 100 Most Popular Employers for School Leavers A ranking of the most popular employer and university brands as voted for by 7,000 school and further education students in years Find out more about the top 100 employers in the UK that offer school leaver and apprenticeship programmes, divided by sector and region. Plus the top 20 ranking of the most popular universities voted for by your peers Mar Tel: resources@prospects.co.uk

5 The A-Z of Careers and Jobs From accountant to zoologist, this new edition of The A-Z of Careers & Jobs offers detailed insights into more than 300 career areas. For those looking for their first job after school or university, or for anyone considering a change of career, the book provides reliable and up-to-date careers advice on a wide range of professions, covering practical issues such as job opportunities in each market, personal skills and qualities, entry qualifications and training, useful contact details and realistic salary expectations. The A-Z of Careers and Jobs is also a valuable reference for careers advisors working in schools, colleges and universities who need to keep track of new developments - new roles and routes of entry, professional associations and exams - to offer the very best guidance to today s jobhunters May Telephone Interview Questions and Answers Ultimate Series Telephone interviews are becoming increasingly popular amongst employers and therefore it is important that you are fully prepared. This excellent workbook and free access to online videos will teach you the key areas that you will be assessed against during the telephone interview, sample telephone interview questions, advice on how to answer the interview questions and expert tuition from the UKs leading interviewer Jan The Apprenticeship Guide 2017 What Next After School? Now in its eleventh edition, The Apprenticeship Guide is the most comprehensive guide to apprenticeships and other vocational learning opportunities currently available in the market. The Apprenticeship Guide contains concise summaries of every apprenticeship framework or Trailblazer standard offered in England, as well as employer contacts, real-life stories and a regional directory of training providers. There are also useful pages of general careers advice, including tips on CV preparation and help with applications. The Guide is fully revised and updated annually, in collaboration with Sector Skills Councils and Trailblazer leads, and is accredited by the National Apprenticeship Service. The Apprenticeship Guide is an essential element of any careers library and an invaluable tool for careers teaching Nov This is a key guide for helping students to understand the many options available to them as they approach the end of their school years, including education options (academic as well as vocational training), gap years, the world of work, and practical issues such as finance, debts and insurance. This new edition also includes case studies illustrating how other students have adapted to life after school, as well as detailed information on making the most of the decisions facing all school leavers Jul Giving you hundreds of template CVs and cover letters, job-related interview answers as well as thousands of practice questions, the Ultimate series is the last word in bagging your ideal job. Whether you are a school-leaver, graduate or career changer, it caters for all levels of roles: from management and supervisory, to clerical and administrative. and supervisory, to clerical and administrative Each Ultimate Cover Letters Aug 15 Ultimate Aptitude Tests Jul 15 Ultimate CV Aug 15 Ultimate Interview Jul 15 Ultimate Job Search Jul 15 You re Hired! Job Hunting Online The internet is transforming the way in which the world of work operates and those who understand how to make the most of the online environment are best equipped to progress their careers. This book explains how to use technology to your best advantage, giving you the tools to improve your digital footprint and maximise your chance of getting recruited online. Using real life examples, the step-by-step process includes, who to trust online, getting to grips with LinkedIn, Facebook, Twitter and Google, effective online communication, making an impact and finding vacancies and other opportunities. With this easy-to-read advice you will be able to embrace how the internet is changing the world of careers Apr

6 Working In Series businessmaker+ Careers education isn t all about finding a job; with help and support, many people have what it takes to create a job. businessmaker+ inspires and supports with ideas and practical knowledge to turn them into a business maker. Included in businessmaker+ is over 100 detailed business ideas, 230+ practical business factsheets, and a collection of checklists to help get it right when starting out. An inspirational and practical resource combining great ideas for self-employment and entrepreneurship with practical details on how to get started. Use businessmaker+ to help young people and adults move into becoming job creators, rather than just job hunters. Updated several times a year and purchased as an annual site licence VAT This popular series of publications features people working in different jobs, professions and careers. The guides are well researched and attractively presented in a style that is accessible to young people. They contain real-life case studies and colourful photographs which present a wide range of jobs in each sector and include information ranging from what the job is really like to typical earnings. All the information is presented in bite-sized, manageable sections Each Working in Careers Relating to May 16 your Favourite Subjects Working in Key Occupations Jan 16 for the Future Working in STEM Apr 15 More titles in this series: Apprenticeships Jul 12 Building & Construction Dec 11 Education Dec 11 Ethical and Green Careers Apr 13 Finance Jul 12 Food & Drink Dec 11 History Apr 13 Motorsport Apr 13 The Games Industry Jul 12 Employability Now This is a series of innovative activity-based learning sessions to help teachers and trainers prepare young people for work. This clear and practical guide will get young people thinking and talking positively about their work futures, especially what kind of work they will be good at and enjoy. It has proven engaging for a wide range of learners and exposes them to as many options as possible from the world of work with case studies from both the UK and overseas. The sessions require minimal additional resources, are easily adaptable, and can be delivered as a structured hour course or as one-off lessons Nov Qualification Route Poster not found what g you re looking for? Confused about the multitude of learning pathways after 16, 17, 18 and above? This poster clearly sets out the levels and routes through academic and vocational learning right up to degree level and beyond. A2, Laminated Jun VAT How to Get That Job (Pack of 10) This is the essential guide to job hunting, apprenticeships and training. It is designed for both young people and adults and contains information about CVs, applications, electronic applications, interviews as well as a section on Social Media and LinkedIn. This is a pack of ten of the 32 page full colour booklet or you can purchase the PDF version so that you can print the booklets yourselves Jan for? visit our website Tel: resources@prospects.co.uk

7 Work Experience Journal An exciting 36 page full colour student Work Experience Journal based on the CBI definitions of employability skills (Team Working, Customer Awareness, Problem Solving, Self-Management, Communication, Numeracy and ICT). It covers all aspects of a successful placement: arranging the placement and preparation, health and safety and induction, employment law, a skills audit and a record of skills developed in the workplace and a review section. A5. Sold in packs of Get Careers Advice Posters Go Series DVDs The GO Series DVDs offer unique and inspirational films which focus on job roles from key sectors in the current job market; FUTURE JOBS, STEM and Apprenticeships. The set includes 15 broadcast quality films (up to 5 mins running time) showing contemporary and real life roles, with both interviews and supportive demonstrative footage, together with the added value of online downloadable Insight Sheets (1 per role) with unlimited access for classroom use VAT Each GO> APPRENTICESHIPS DVD Feb 15 GO> FUTURE JOBS DVD Feb 15 GO> STEM DVD Feb 15 A set of 4, A2 laminated posters. The posters within the set are titled: Confused About Your Choices?, Don t Leave Your Career to Chance, Need Help with Career Ideas? and Unsure Which Route to Take? VAT Posters also available individually for only VAT Each For our full range of Not Going to university resources, please take a look at our website HaveÊyouÊconsideredÊ workingêtowardsêaêspecialistê careersêqualityêaward?ê OfSTEDÊwillÊnowÊcritiqueÊhowÊwellÊaÊcareersÊprogrammeÊpreparesÊallÊstudentsÊorÊtheÊ nextêstageêofêtheirêeducation,êtrainingêorêemployment. TheÊQualityÊAwardÊfromÊProspectsÊwillÊhelpÊyouÊto: Ê FulfilÊtheÊstatutoryÊguidanceÊrecommendationÊtoÊworkÊtowardsÊaÊqualityÊawardÊforÊ careers Ê DevelopÊaÊrobustÊCEIAGÊprogramme Ê IncreaseÊyourÊoutcomesÊforÊstudentsÊgoingÊintoÊemployment,ÊtrainingÊorÊfurtherÊ education TheÊProspectsÊawardÊisÊnationallyÊvalidatedÊ byêtheêqualityêinêcareersêstandardê(qics).ê qualityaward@prospects.co.ukê Ê ÊÊ 0121Ê521Ê2336

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